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State of Rhode Island, Department of Housing ,
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Welcome

The Department of Housing serves as the State's lead agency for housing, homelessness, and community development in the State of Rhode Island (RIGL 42-64.34).

Highlighted Initiatives

  • Landlord Tenant Handbook 2024: The 2024 Landlord Tenant Handbook was developed in collaboration with the Rhode Island Center for Justice, HousingWorks RI, and Rhode Island Legal Services.
  • State Housing Plan (Housing 2030): statewide housing planning process where Rhode Island will come together to set concrete housing-related goals.
  • 2024 Housing Organization Report: This report proposes updates to the structure of housing and homelessness entities in state government. Governor McKee has submitted a budget amendment to effectuate these recommendations.

What's New?

We want to hear from you!  

Housing 2030

Notice of Funding Opportunity:

  • CDBG Grants
    • Competitive Applications- NEW
    • Recovery Housing Program
    • Affordable Housing PY23
    • Economic Development PY23
    • Housing Rehabilitation PY23

Resources

APRA Request Form

Rhode Island Secretary of State

Department of Health(RIDOH)- Rental Registry 

Visit our Resource Page!

  • Rental Assistance
  • Eviction/Foreclosure
  • Additional Housing Related Resources

Experiencing homelessness? - All referrals must be made by contacting the Coordinated Entry System (CES) directly. Please call (401)-277-4316 or click the box below.